America's Great River on Viking Mississippi

St. Paul to New Orleans
History and culture unfold as you cross the country from north to south on this enriching voyage. Enjoy relaxing scenic sailing and unparalleled bird-watching as the landscape changes from the bluffs of the North to the bayous of the South. Learn about the American civil rights movement and the Civil War. Along the way, tap your feet to the rhythm of American folk, soul and jazz music-and taste a delicious array of regional cuisine.
History and culture unfold as you cross the country from north to south on this enriching voyage. Enjoy relaxing scenic sailing and unparalleled bird-watching as the landscape changes from the bluffs of the North to the bayous of the South. Learn about the American civil rights movement and the Civil War. Along the way, tap your feet to the rhythm of American folk, soul and jazz music-and taste a delicious array of regional cuisine.

Viking® brings you closer to the cultures of the world with destination-focused itineraries on the rivers of Europe. You are invited to sail with like-minded travelers on The Thinking Person’s Cruise®. What this entails for you is a culturally rich, immersive experience including enriching shore excursions, insightful lectures, Destination Performances, cooking demonstrations and regionally inspired cuisine—designed to help you explore and engage wi ...
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Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | St. Paul | ||
2 | Red Wing | ||
3 | La Crosse | ||
4 | Dubuque | ||
5 | Quad Cities | ||
6 | Burlington | ||
7 | Hannibal | ||
8 | St. Louis | ||
9 | Scenic Sailing: Lower Mississippi | ||
10 | Memphis | ||
11 | Scenic Sailing: Lower Mississippi | ||
12 | Vicksburg | ||
13 | Natchez | ||
14 | Baton Rouge | ||
15 | New Orleans |